“It is always the simple things that change our lives. And these things never happen when you are looking for them to happen. Life will reveal answers at the pace life wishes to do so. You feel like running, but life is on a stroll. This is how God does things.” Donald Miller

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Follower of Jesus Christ (best decision I ever made),
Wife (married 37 years to the same wonderful guy),
Mom to 2 (1 son and his wife -- both terrific),
Nana to 2 beautiful (what else?) grandchildren,
Friend to sinners (of whom I am chief),
Encourager,
Three words you'll hear me say most often: "I've been thinkin'",
Favorite scripture verse: Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord "plans to prosoper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future."

Wednesday, May 16, 2007

Words of Wisdom

I've been studying 1 Samuel. When I study scripture, I like to make note of what I call a "stand out" verse. If I'm seriously meditating on what I've read, the Holy Spirit will draw me to a verse that really stand out, that speaks right to my soul. There's no mistaking when He's involved, because that verse sticks with me and I find myself meditating on it even when I'm working or involved in something not particularly spiritual.

The stand out verse for me right now is 1 Samuel 3: 19:

"The LORD was with Samuel as he grew up, and he let none of his words fall to the ground."

The Lord kept Samuel's words from being useless. He was with Samuel and He caused Samuel's words to be fruitful; to accomplish His purposes.

Oh, to be like Samuel! To be so close to God, so intune with Him, so obedient, that He would let none of my words fall to the ground. I want my words -- especially those that speak of Him -- to mean something and not be just idle words that fall by the wayside. The Lord gives wisdom and understanding, and will cause my words to be meaningful and true if I am surrendered to Him. If He has First Place.